Real Estate

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The Office of Building & Properties advises and assists parishes, schools, and agencies in real estate affairs.

10 Ways to Foster Your Child’s Vocation

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Teach your child to listen for God’s voice through journaling, spiritual direction, or retreats. Help them reflect on how their gifts and desires align with a potential calling to religious life.

Find the Help You Need

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Inhale. Exhale. Give yourself permission to acknowledge what you are going through. Whether you’re feeling grateful or stressed, try to accept where you are and recognize that your feelings are valid. Focus on what you need at this moment. Take deep breaths, this can help slow down your heart rate and breathing rate, signaling your […]

Mental Health Resources

Mental Health First Aid Training The Diocese of Phoenix will offer Mental Health First Aid Training starting January 2025 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center. If you are interested in attending, please click the link below to submit your application request. You can submit your request as an individual or if you are representing your parish […]

What we do

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We provide assistance in the construction of new buildings, major maintenance projects, renovations projects, and emergency repairs throughout the Diocese of Phoenix.

Resources & Policy Information

Policy information and support for abuse survivors through counseling, spiritual direction, mental health, and community referrals. 

Discerning the Call

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“Is it possible that God is calling ME to the Consecrated Life?” How exactly does one “know?”

Levels of Diaconal Admission

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The Diocese of Phoenix forms permanent deacons through four stages: Inquirer, Applicant, Aspirant, and Candidate. This five-year journey, guided by the Office of the Diaconate, prepares men to serve with faith, charity, and humility.

Step 5: Natural Family Planning Courses

Plan your family in accord with God’s plan The Natural Family Planning (NFP) course helps engaged couples understand fertility and learn a natural method of family planning consistent with God’s plan for marriage. This course fulfills Step 5 of the Diocese of Phoenix marriage preparation process. It takes 10–12 weeks and includes 4–6 sessions, with […]